What primary need in growing cities led to the creation of large public parks like Central Park?

The need for more industrial factory zones

The desire for spaces to escape urban crowding and stress

The requirement for military training grounds near urban centers

The demand for large, centralized agricultural plots

The demand for new recreational activities in the late 1800s was largely driven by which societal change?

A widespread movement to close down libraries and theaters.

A sharp decline in the cost of traveling to other countries for vacation.

The growth of cities and an increase in leisure time for many Americans.

Government programs designed to promote national health and fitness.

leisure was becoming a new industry.

Americans were losing interest in outdoor activities.

cities were becoming less crowded and stressful.

shopping was the only popular form of entertainment.